Counseling Office
Counseling Office
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You are not alone!
You are not alone!
Please reach out immediately to a parent, teacher, counselor, or other trusted adult! If you are feeling lonely or need to talk to someone check out the National Suicide Prevention Hotline. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Website: click here
Number: 800-273-8255
Chat online: click here
Crisis Text Line: Text to 741741
Classes for 2026-27
Classes for 2026-27
The Ellinwood High School 2026-27 Course Offerings Click to read about Graduation Requirements for USD 355, learn about Dual Credit Courses, and View EHS Elective Classes.
Barton CC offers Career & Technical Education courses to high school students grades 10-12 TUITION FREE. These courses are taken in addition to a student's full schedule, EHS accepts credits for courses passed. https://www.bartonccc.edu/highschool/senatebill
KAMS: KANSAS ACADEMY OF MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE KAMS is a challenging opportunity for exceptional students who are ready for the college experience. A residential program at Fort Hays State, KAMS allows students to study and conduct research with PH.D. faculty and peers to continue their intellectual growth. KAMS is an Early College Program that the Kansas state legislature enacted in 2006 to promote STEM education for exceptional Kansas students. Qualified juniors and seniors in high school attend Fort Hays State University tuition free for up to 68 college credits. Books, laptop, and fees are included. Room & board is not included. Scholarships are available. www.fhsu.edu/kams
Internships
Internships
Purpose of the Internship Program: is to allow students to explore a career field they have interest in and get hands-on experience. Business partner supervisor may not be a parent or guardian of the student. The student is responsible for finding an internship site however Ms. Brack or Mrs. Coleman would be happy to assist the student if they need help. Current Seniors if you are interested please email Mrs. Coleman and Ms. Brack then we will email you back with the Internship Application.
Business Partners - if you are interested in being a Internship Site please fill this form out.
Scholarship Website
Scholarship Website
Click here to open up a local scholarship page for High School Students at Ellinwood. Barton County and State.
Going Merry--website for Personalized Scholarships that fit you and your interests! https://www.goingmerry.com/c/angiec-p5xm8v
ACT Study & Prep
ACT Study & Prep
Webinars for Parents and Students
XELLO-Method Test Prep in Student Xello Accounts
ACT 2025-26
ACT 2025-26
Dates & Registration Deadlines
Dates & Registration Deadlines
October 18th (sept. 6th)
December 13(nov. 7th)
February 14th (jan 7th)
April 11th (mar 6th)
June 13th (may 8th)
July 11th (june 5th)
Register online at: act.org/bts
or see Mrs Coleman
FREE ACT for JUNIORS : February 24th
Contact the Counseling Office if you need help registering!
Local testing sites include: Ellinwood HS, Barton CC, Hoisington HS, Ellsworth HS, Hutchinson CC, Fort Hays State U
2026-27 Testing Dates
2026-27 Testing Dates
KS Communities that Care Survey (KCTC - 6th, 8th, 10th & 12th grade): TBA
Pre-ACT (9th gr students): TBA
ACT Work Keys (12th gr students): Spring semester TBA
PSAT (11th gr, who are interested): October
ACT -JUNIORS ONLY- TBA @ EHS--Kansas Free ACT for Juniors (occurs each year; counts as a National Test)
Kansas College Requirements
Kansas College Requirements
Kansas Board of Regents of Admissions
Graduating Amended Qualified Admission Criteria (click here but final but gives you an idea)
Graduation Requirements @ EHS
Graduation Requirements @ EHS
Credits Needed for Graduation
Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Career Inventories
Career Inventories
Sports Eligibility in College
Sports Eligibility in College
College Credits Transfer
College Credits Transfer
Barton Community College transfer credits
CTE / SB155 Course List --Open to 10th-11th graders. Courses available at Barton CC or can be taken online through other colleges.
Certificates/ Program
Certificates/ Program
Here are some programs that High School students can participate in while in high school to get a certificate
Solar and/or Wind Certificate (Colby CC)
Commercial CDL (Barton CC)
EAGLES Kind-Nest
EAGLES Kind-Nest
We have a EAGLES Kind-Nest (hygiene & school supplies) shelf available for all students at Ellinwood Middle/High School. We have received a variety of donations from the community to support this project for out students. It is located in the South hallway near the counselor's office. For more information feel free to contact Ms. Brack or Mrs. Coleman.
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